Description
Savory homemade onion cheddar chips deliver crispy, cheesy satisfaction with minimal ingredients. Cheese lovers can quickly prepare this irresistible snack for casual gatherings or solo crunching.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (480 ml / 16 fl oz) shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 large sweet onions
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml / 0.33 fl oz) ranch seasoning (or seasoning of choice)
- Ranch or marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare two baking sheets with parchment paper lightly coated with non-stick spray.
- Slice and Arrange: Cut onions into uniform 1/4-inch thick rounds, then create 16 evenly distributed cheese mounds across the baking sheets, spacing them 2-3 inches apart.
- Layer and Season: Position one onion round atop each cheese mound, ensuring complete coverage, and generously sprinkle ranch seasoning mix across the surface for enhanced flavor profile.
- Bake to Perfection: Place sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 11-13 minutes, watching carefully during the final moments to achieve golden, crispy edges without burning.
- Cool and Set: Remove from oven when cheese appears lacy and edges are golden brown, then let chips rest on baking sheets for 5-7 minutes to develop a robust, crisp texture.
- Serve and Enjoy: Delicately transfer chips to a serving plate using a thin spatula, and pair with ranch or marinara sauce for a delightful dipping experience.
Notes
- Select Precise Onion Slices: Use a mandoline or sharp knife to create uniform 1/4-inch thick rounds, ensuring even cooking and consistent texture.
- Cheese Placement Matters: Spread cheese mounds with enough space between them to prevent merging, creating crisp individual chips with defined edges.
- Watch Baking Time Closely: Keep a close eye during the last 3 minutes to avoid burning, as cheese can quickly transition from golden to overdone.
- Cooling is Crucial: Let chips rest on baking sheets for 5-7 minutes to develop a crispy structure and prevent immediate crumbling when moved.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg